Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Mississippi Chicken, a slow-cooked dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. With just five key ingredients, this recipe features juicy chicken breasts enveloped in a zesty pepperoncini ranch sauce that enhances every bite. Not only is it simple to prepare, but it’s also incredibly versatile; serve it over rice, in tacos, or as a satisfying sandwich filling. Your family will love this flavorful meal that requires minimal effort and cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 12 pepperoncini peppers + 1/4 cup pepperoncini juice
- 1 (1 ounce) packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 (1 ounce) packet au jus gravy mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cut into pieces)
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Pour pepperoncini juice over the chicken and add the whole pepperoncini peppers.
- Sprinkle ranch seasoning and au jus gravy mix evenly over the top.
- Add pieces of butter on top of the seasoned chicken.
- Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-8 hours until tender.
- Shred the chicken with two forks directly in the slow cooker, mixing it with the sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 3-8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 930mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg